Horses festivals

Traginers Festival in Balsareny

From 1st February to 4th February

Balsareny (Barcelona)

Tradition

On the Sunday before carnival, the Fiesta de los Traginers is held, a tribute to the honourable work of the muleteer. A parade of horses and carriages takes place in the streets of Balsareny in a lively musical atmosphere.

Day of the Light

From 17th April to 17th April

Arroyo de la Luz (Cáceres)

Religious

Arroyo de la Luz celebrates the Day of the Light every Easter Monday in honor of the Patron Saint. Enjoy the excitement of horse racing, music, and traditional food at the town's most important festivity. Declared a Regional Tourist Interest Festival since 1997.

Fiestas of the Holy and Vera Cruz in Caravaca de la Cruz

From 1st May to 5th May

Caravaca de la Cruz (Murcia)

Tradition

Experience the excitement of one of the oldest festivals in Spain, the spectacular race of the Wine Horses, the procession of the Vera Cruz, and the battle of Moors and Christians. Don't miss it!

Jerez Horse Fair

From 6th May to 13th May

Jerez de la Frontera (Cádiz)

Tradition

Discover the magic of the Horse Fair, one of the most important fairs in Spain, where you can enjoy equestrian shows such as the Horse and Carriage Parade, booths, and attractions for the whole family. An unforgettable and unique experience!

Caballada of Atenzia

31st May

Atienza (Guadalajara)

Historical

The Caballada of Atienza, is an ancient tradition that takes place in Atienza where every year, on the last Sunday of Pentecost, a pilgrimage is made to the chapel of 'La Señora de La Estrella'.

Yeguas Round-up in Almonte

26th June

Almonte (Huelva)

Tradition

Come to Almonte and experience this centuries-old tradition, enjoy the beauty of horses and mares in their natural habitat, in the Doñana marshes. A unique livestock event that you shouldn't miss.

Rapa Das Bestas

From 1st July to 4th July

Estrada, A (Pontevedra)

Tradition

We invite you to discover an ancestral tradition in Sabucedo (Pontevedra) called Rapa Das Bestas, which consists of cutting the manes of wild horses and is celebrated from 1 to 4 July 2022.

Sanlúcar de Barrameda Horse Races

From 9th August to 11th August

Sanlúcar de Barrameda (Cádiz)

Tradition

The Sanlúcar Horse Races take place on the beach during the month of August and is one of the oldest equestrian races in Europe. A unique event.

Entrance of bulls and horses of Segorbe

From 5th September to 11th September

Segorbe (Castellón)

Bullfighting

The Entrada de Toros y Caballos de Segorbe is a spectacle that attracts thousands of spectators, who come to see how several riders skillfully guide a herd of bulls, without the presence of protective structures.

Fuengirola Fair

From 6th October to 12th October

Fuengirola (Málaga)

Fair

Patron Saint Festivities, in honour of the Virgen del Rosario. Its fairground attracts many visitors from the Costa del Sol. Its festive activities include horse-drawn carriage exhibitions, musical performances, fireworks, a day dedicated to the little ones with activities for them...

Upcoming festivals

Festival de los Patios Cordobeses

From 4th May to 19th May

Córdoba (Córdoba)

The Festival of the 'Patios of Cordoba' takes place in May when the plants and flowers reach their greatest splendor and thousands of residents and visitors enjoy the beauty of the patios.

San Isidro Festival in Yecla

From 10th May to 19th May

Yecla (Murcia)

Come to Yecla and enjoy the festivities of San Isidro Labrador. Processions, selection of the Queen and Ladies, float parades, music, and the best cuisine await you in this celebration dedicated to the patron saint of farmers.

Witch Festival of Alcantarilla

From 12th May to 21st May

Alcantarilla (Murcia)

A unique celebration full of history and fantasy. Organized by the Federation of Peñas, the tradition dates back to the 16th century and takes place in spring to purify all negativity. In addition to the burning of the witch, there are parades, music, and activities for all ages.

The Pilgrimage of El Rocio

From 17th May to 20th May

Almonte (Huelva)

The pilgrimage of El Rocío in the town of Almonte (Huelva), is a traditional festival that brings together thousands of people each year in a popular religious atmosphere and where the purpose of the festivity is to make the pilgrimage to the sanctuary of the 'Virgen del Rocío'.

San Pascual Bailón and Festival of Zarrón in Almazán

From 17th May to 18th May

Almazán (Soria)

San Pascual Bailón and Festival of Zarrón in Almazán

Traditional and colorful celebration in honor of patron Saint Pascual Bailón that combines religious and folk elements, a procession in which the dancers perform the "paloteo" dance and the "Zarrón" distributes blows while protecting the candies. The festival includes singing, races and the traditional "soparra" meal, a mixture of wine, sugar, cinnamon and soaked bread, served in handmade bowls.